Agliana in Pasta – Pasta Festival

When pasta becomes a celebration

Agliana in Pasta – Pasta Festival is the delicious event that brings Piazza Gramsci to life every spring in the center of Agliana, a town in the Province of Pistoia, Tuscany. For a long weekend, the square fills with food stalls, enticing aromas, and music, all centered around one great protagonist: pasta in all its forms, from timeless traditional classics to the most creative culinary proposals.

A menu that tells the story of Italy at the table

The heart of the event is, naturally, the cuisine. The menu offered by the stalls is extensive and designed to satisfy every palate, with first courses prepared on the spot, accompanied by side dishes and desserts. Highlights during the festival include:

• Chitarrini cacio e pepe, a true traditional classic
• Paccheri alla carbonara with crispy pancetta
• Paccheri with wild boar ragù and Taggiasca olives
• Maremmani with ricotta and spinach and burrata ravioli
• Pennette with crustaceans and other seafood options
• Tuscan specialties such as cacciucco, peposo dell'Impruneta, trippa alla fiorentina, and cannellini beans
• Platters, polenta crostini, side dishes, and desserts

A children's menu is also available for families, ensuring a pleasant evening for everyone.

Music, cooking classes, and entertainment

Agliana in Pasta is about more than just great food: the program is enriched every evening with live music and DJ sets, turning the square into a gathering spot for dining and fun. There is also space for cooking classes and fresh pasta demonstrations, where you can discover the secrets of hand-rolled dough, while children can enjoy dedicated kids' entertainment.

A community festival in Agliana

Organized by Food Festival, the event is part of the calendar of activities that enliven Agliana and the Pistoia plain, helping to enhance the town center and create a meeting point for residents and visitors alike. With free admission and a convenient location in the heart of the town, Agliana in Pasta is an ideal stop for those who love Italian cuisine and are looking for a convivial weekend of taste, music, and good company in Tuscany.